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Can you use Copper Peptides with Lactic Acid?

Use with caution

Yes, but not at the same time.

Low-pH acids can break down peptides, and with copper they can also irritate. Use the acid at one time of day and the peptide at the other, or on alternate nights.

How to use them

Alternate nights, for example Copper Peptides on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Lactic Acid on Tuesday and Thursday, with a plain moisturiser night in between if your skin feels sensitive. If your skin is resilient and already used to both, you can try layering them: apply Lactic Acid first, wait a few minutes, then apply Copper Peptides.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. AM
    Lactic Acid (day 1)then moisturiser and SPF 50
  3. PM
    Copper Peptides (day 2)then moisturiser

What Copper Peptides does

A peptide bound to copper that supports wound-healing, firmness and barrier repair. Copper is reactive, so it does not play well with strong acids or pure vitamin C.

Typical strength
0.1% – 1%
When
PM
Irritation
Best for
Normal, Dry And Combination skin

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What Lactic Acid does

A gentler AHA with a larger molecule. It exfoliates while also acting as a humectant, so it suits dry and sensitive skin that cannot tolerate glycolic acid.

Typical strength
5% – 10%
When
PM
Irritation
Best for
Dry, Normal And Sensitive skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Copper Peptides and Lactic Acid together?

Yes, but not at the same time. Low-pH acids can break down peptides, and with copper they can also irritate. Use the acid at one time of day and the peptide at the other, or on alternate nights.

Which goes first, Copper Peptides or Lactic Acid?

Apply Lactic Acid first, then Copper Peptides. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first. For this pair, though, it is better not to layer them in the same routine at all.

Should I use Copper Peptides in the morning or at night?

Copper Peptides: best at night. Use at night on nights without acids or vitamin C. A thin layer is enough.

Should I use Lactic Acid in the morning or at night?

Lactic Acid: best at night. Use 2–3 nights a week. It is good for beginners to exfoliation. Follow with a moisturiser, and wear SPF the next day.

Is Copper Peptides with Lactic Acid safe during pregnancy?

Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Copper Peptides. Check with your doctor.

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